WHO IS HEXIS? HEXIS is a key player in the market for the manufacture and adhesive coating of films designed for visual communication. In 2014 the company is celebrating its 25th anniversary of innovation! HEXIS devotes 3% of its turnover to R&D, and employs 350 staff around the world. HEXIS has ISO 9001 certification. The company specialises in high performance cast PVC and Latex films, and develops a range of innovative products designed for professionals in the fields of digital printing, signage, lettering, vehicle and textile markings. The HEXIS group is present all over the world thanks to its subsidiaries in the French Caribbean, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden and the USA, as well as a distribution network present on all 5 continents.
MADE IN FRANCE In the last few months, you have almost certainly noticed the appearance of a label on our packaging, “Made in France”. At a time when the “Made in France” needs to be promoted, HEXIS has been mobilised for several years to highlight the know-how of its French factories, thus encouraging the development of new jobs in France and playing a part in the protection of the environment. HEXIS produces its films in France in its two factories: at the headquarters in Frontignan near Montpellier and in Hagetmau in the Southwest of France. All the films in the TEXIS range are manufactured in Hagetmau.
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CONTENTS ADVANTAGES OF THE TEXIS RANGE ..................4 PLOTTER FILMS CUTFLEX 100P ........................................................6 CUTFLEX 1000P .....................................................7 SPECIFIC RANGES ..................................................9 CUTFLEX APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS ...........11 FILMS FOR DIGITAL PRINTING PRINTFLEX ...............................................................13 WHICH PRINTABLE FLEX TO CHOOSE? ............15 PRINTFLEX APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS .......17 ACCESSORIES .........................................................19
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100% polyester Mobile phone pouch HFLEX105P
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TEXIS RANGE
The advantages
EASY TO WEED LITTLE BREAKAGE
MACHINE WASHABLE UP TO 60째C
EUROPEAN PRODUCTION
LAYERING OF COLOURS POSSIBLE
WATER-BASED MANUFACTURING
CUSTOM COLOURS ON REQUEST
ECOLOGICAL SOLVENT-FREE
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COTTON, POLYESTER* AND LYCRA® SELF-ADHESIVE LINER ⇢ The elasticity of the polyurethane gives the HFLEX100P remarkable flexibility ⇢ It is recommended for markings on light, supple and stretchy fabrics ⇢ Its adhesive liner makes the graphic easier to position on the fabric before pressing ⇢ The specific formulation of the adhesive makes it possible to peel the liner while hot but it may also peeled warm or cold
BLACK, WHITE, COLOURS
HFLEX101P
HFLEX112P
HFLEX102P
HFLEX103P
HFLEX106P
HFLEX105P
HFLEX109P
HFLEX114P
HFLEX115P
HFLEX161P
HFLEX162P
HFLEX173P
HFLEX110P
HFLEX119P
HFLEX167P
HFLEX104P
HFLEX142P
HFLEX143P
HFLEX108P
METALLIC
FLUO
HFLEX120P
Reference
HFLEX130P
Colours
HFLEX100P Matt colours
HFLEX140P
HFLEX141P
Characteristics
Width
Length
Stretchable polyurethane 90µm film Liner PET 100µm
500mm
25m
*The HFLEX100P is not compatible with polyesters printed using the sublimation technique. The references printed above are for information only. To visualise the actual colours, ask for our specific swatches from swatches@hexis.fr
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COTTON, POLYESTER* AND LYCRA® NON-ADHESIVE LINER ⇢ The composition of the HFLEX1000P has been designed to make the cutting and weeding of detailed graphics easier ⇢ It is recommended for making markings on thick and textured fabrics. It is ideal for personalising accessories such as luggage and baseball caps. ⇢ Its non-adhesive liner makes the weeding more practical, with less breakage. The non-adhesive properties of the liner thus make it possible to prepare kits in advance, preventing the elements removed during weeding from sticking to each other and being pressed afterwards. BLACK, WHITE, COLOURS
HFLEX1001P
HFLEX1012P
HFLEX1002P
HFLEX1003P
HFLEX1006P
HFLEX1005P
HFLEX1009P
HFLEX1014P
HFLEX1015P
HFLEX1061P
HFLEX1062P
HFLEX1073P
HFLEX1008P
HFLEX1010P
HFLEX1019P
HFLEX1067P
HFLEX1004P
HFLEX1041P
HFLEX1042P
METALLIC
HFLEX1020P
Reference
Colours
HFLEX1000P Matt colours
FLUO
HFLEX1030P
HFLEX1040P
HFLEX1043P
Characteristics
Width
Length
Stretchable polyurethane 65µm film Liner non-adhesive PET 100µm
500mm
25m
*The HFLEX1000P is not compatible with polyesters printed using the sublimation technique. The references printed above are for information only. To visualise the actual colours, ask for our specific swatches from swatches@hexis.fr
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Specific ranges
SERIES 300: SPECIAL NYLON AND WATER-TREATED SUBSTRATES POLYURETHANE/POLYAMIDE THICKNESS 70µm WIDTH 500mm ROLLS OF 5, 15 AND 30m FLEX301
FLEX302
FLEX315
FLEX319
FLEX329
FLEX345
FLEX349
FLEX365
FLEX368
FLEX371
FLEX377
SERIES 400: SPECIAL SUBLIMATED FABRIC
FLEX401
FLEX410
FLEX413
FLEX419
POLYURETHANE THICKNESS 110µm WIDTH 500mm ROLLS OF 5, 15 AND 30m
FLEX429
SERIES 600: RETROREFLECTIVE FLEX Colour in day light: grey Retroreflected colour: white FLEX 697C - Cotton FLEX 697N - Nylon FLEX697C
RETROREFLECTIVE CLASS 2 STANDARD EN471 THICKNESS 120µm WIDTH 500mm ROLLS OF 5, 15 AND 30m
FLEX697N
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100% polyester Sports shirt HFLEX101P
100% cotton Baseball cap HFLEX130P
100% cotton Apron Solvent printing UFLEX7P
100% polyester Travel bag HFLEX101P HFLEX130P
100% nylon Wind-cheater FLEX697N
100% cotton Hoodie Solvent printing UFLEX6P
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100% cotton PiquĂŠ striped polo shirt HFLEX105P
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HFLEX100P
Application instructions
CUTTING THE FILM
It is preferable to do a test before cutting so as to optimise the settings of your plotter for optimal cutting of our film
6. PRESSING
Once the graphic is in position, press it for 20 seconds at 175 °C.
1. MIRROR CUTTING
Using the plotter, cut from the film the graphic that you want to transfer as a mirror image.
7. REMOVING THE LINER
Just after you have finished pressing, remove the liner whilst still hot or if required to do later on, warm or cold.
2. WEEDING
Remove the excess material around the graphic to be transferred. You can use a weeding tweezers to remove the more delicate parts (see accessories, page 19)
3. PREPARING THE HEAT PRESS
Set the press to a temperature of 175 °C with average to high pressure.
4. PREHEATING THE FABRIC
To remove any humidity and flatten the fabric, press it a first time for around 5 seconds.
5. POSITIONING THE GRAPHIC
Once you have let the fabric cool down again, position the graphic the right way round. You should have the liner facing you, and the polyurethane film should be in contact with the fabric.
8. COMBINING COLOURS
If the graphic is composed of several colours, repeat steps 5 and 6, but leave the fabric to cool down more when it comes to removing the liner 9. END RESULT
For an optimal adhesive effect, press the whole item again for another 5 seconds.
10. CARE INSTRUCTIONS
After pressing wait at least for 24 hours before washing or stretching the fabric. Machine wash at 60 °C maximum if the fabric so permits (check the instructions on the garment’s label). Use laundry products that do not contain bleach. Drying the fabric in a tumble drier is not recommended. We recommend that you wash and iron the fabric inside out.
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100% cotton Apron Solvent printing PRINTFLEX UFLEX7P + cut-out
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RANGE OF FILMS FOR DIGITAL PRINTING These films are designed for printing, cutting and heat applying patterns and logos to textiles.
UFLEX6P – FOR COTTON, POLYESTER AND LYCRA®
Thanks to its remarkable elasticity, UFLX6P is recommended for producing medium- to large-sized graphics. It is particularly suited to light, flexible fabrics. POLYURETHANE FILM 85µm – PET LINER – AVAILABLE IN 500 AND 750mm WIDTHS – 25m ROLLS
UFLEX7P – FOR COTTON, POLYESTER AND LYCRA® UFLEX7P has been specifically designed for printed and cut-out graphics. Its composition makes detailed cut-outs in solid colours possible and the ink drying-time is almost nil. Thanks to its non-adhesive liner, it is easy to weed. POLYURETHANE FILM 85µm – NON-ADHESIVE PET LINER – AVAILABLE IN 500, 750, 1370 AND 1500mm WIDTHS – 25m ROLLS
UF1200 - FOR NYLON UF1200 has been designed for printed graphics destined for application onto nylon POLYURETHANE FILM 80µm – PET LINER – AVAILABLE IN 500, 750 AND 1500mm WIDTHS – 30m ROLLS
UF1250 - TRANSPARENT FILM FOR COTTON UF1250 is a transparent printable film. It must be transferred on to white fabric or must include a support layer of white before being transferred to coloured fabric. TRANSPARENT POLYURETHANE FILM – 60µm – PET LINER - AVAILABLE IN 500, 750 AND 1500mm WIDTHS – 30m ROLLS
UF1400 - FOR SUBLIMATED FABRIC UF1400 has been specially treated for graphics designed to be transferred on to sublimated fabrics (such as polyester). Its composition prevents the ink from bleeding into the flex, making it ideal for sports shirts (cycling and football). TRANSPARENT POLYURETHANE FILM 125µm – PET LINER – AVAILABLE IN 500, 750 AND 1500mm WIDTHS – 30m ROLLS
HOW DO I TRANSFER MY PRINTS? To transfer your prints, you need to use a transfer film. You can find these transfer films on the accessories page, p 19.
ICC PROFILES
As for any digital print it is recommended to use the dedicated ICC profile for your printer to ensure best results. Our ICC profiles are available for download from the Professionals pages of our website www.hexis-graphics.com
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100% cotton Polo-shirt Solvent print UFLEX6P
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TEXIS PRINTFLEX Which printable flex should I choose?
UF1200
SELF-ADHESIVE LINER
UF1250
SELF-ADHESIVE LINER
UF1400
UFLEX6P
UFLEX7P
SELF-ADHESIVE LINER
SELF-ADHESIVE LINER
NON ADHESIVE LINER
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ASPECT Opaque matt white
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Transparent FABRIC COMPATIBILITY
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Cotton Nylon
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Polyester
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Lycra
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Sublimated fabric SIZE OF LOGOS / IMAGES
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Small (less than 1 cm) Medium (1-2 cm)
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TRANSFER TAPE HEX750 No tape HEX860
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100% cotton T-shirt Latex impression UFLEX6P
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PRINTFLEX
Application instructions
RECOMMENDATIONS
5. POSITIONING THE GRAPHIC
It is preferable beforehand to do a resistance test at the press temperature and for the compatibility of the Flex on the fabric. It is also recommended that you leave your prints to dry for 24 hours.
Once you have left the fabric to cool down, place the graphic in the sense in which it is to be read. You must have the protector (the liner) facing you and the polyurethane film must be in contact with the fabric.
1. PRINTING
For the references UFLEX6P, UFLEX7P, UF1200 and UF1400, print the graphics on the positive side. For UF1250, mirror print. Leave all prints to dry for 24 hours.
2. CUTTING AND WEEDING
Cut the image using a plotter or the plotter option on your printer. Remove any excess material (weeding).
6. PRESSING
Once the graphic is in position, press it for 20 seconds at 160°C (UFLEX6P and UFLEX7P), or 20 seconds at 170°C (UF1200, UF1250 and UF1400).
7. REMOVING THE TAPE
Depending on the combination of fabric and flex, it is easier to remove the tape when the flex is hot, warm or cold. This will depend on each case in particular. You should nevertheless study the table below for guidance.
3. APPLYING THE TRANSFER TAPE
For the references UFLEX6P, UFLEX7P, UF1200 and UF1400, you must use a film (tape) to transfer your graphic (see table page 15). Separate the tape from its protection, position and stick the tape to the printed image, cut and weed. Apply the tape strongly with a squeegee, paying particular attention to the contours. Turn the whole assembly over and remove the liner. UFLEX1250 does not need tape as its backing acts as the transfer film.
UFLEX6P UFLEX7P UF1200 UF1250 UF1400
Hot Warm Warm Cold Warm
8. END RESULT
For an optimal effect and adhesion, place a protection sheet TEFLEX or FILFLEX on the graphic and press the whole assembly for a further 5 seconds.
9. CARE INSTRUCTIONS 4. PREHEATING THE FABRIC
Set your press to 160°C (UFLEX6P and UFLEX7P) or 170°C (UF1200, UF1250 and UF1400). To remove any humidity and flatten the fabric, first press it for 5 seconds.
After pressing wait at least for 24 hours before washing or stretching the fabric. Machine wash at 40°C maximum. Use detergents that do not contain bleach, drying in a tumble drier is not recommended. We recommend imperatively that you wash and iron the fabrics inside out. 17
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1 100% sublimated Polyester Spectacle case FLEX401 2 100% cotton Baseball cap HFLEX101P 3 100% cotton T-shirt HFLEX103P
2 4 100% organic cotton Baseball cap HFLEX101P
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WEEDING
TEXIS
WEEDER HOOK
Accessories
makes it possible to weed the film
TWEEZ PINCER
flat weeding tweezers straight edges
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CURVTWEEZ PINCER
flat weeding tweezers with curved edges
APPLICATION OF THE TRANSFER FILM
HEAT PRESSES
MARBLEU
PAEZAC
Soft squeegee for the application of the transfer film
FINISHING
The Paezac is a standard heat press whose temperature and pressure can be regulated. Dimensions of the plate: 40cm x 50cm
FILFLEX
fabric protection sheet, size 600 x 400mm
TEFLEX
Teflon® protection sheet, 130 µm thick, size 438 x 500mm
TRANSFER TAPE HEX750
transfer film, 100 µm Low adhesive properties, used with UF1200 and 1400 Available 500mm wide in rolls of 25m
HEX860
transfer film, 50 µm Strong adhesive properties, used with UFLEX6P and UFLEX7P Available 500mm wide in rolls of 25m
PAMAXI
The PAMAXI is a standard swing heat press whose temperature and pressure can be regulated. It is possible to order, as an option, a kit of four different pressing plates making it possible to adapt to different supports. This is practical for the personalisation of accessories. Dimensions of the plates: Main plate: 38cm x 50cm Plate 1: 15.3cm x 15.3cm Plate 2: 20.5cm x 20.5cm Plate 3: 25.4cm x 25.4cm Plate 4: 30.5cm x 30.5cm The photos of the accessories are not contractually binding and may be changed without notice.
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HEXIS HEADQUARTERS
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Phone: (904) 683 2982
Phone: (951) 739 5999
T. +46 (0)42-300 9310
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